Elon Musk’s AI-Driven Grokipedia Influencing ChatGPT Responses
Responses generated by ChatGPT are now reportedly incorporating information from Grokipedia, an encyclopedia developed by Elon Musk’s xAI. Launched in October, Grokipedia emerged in response to Musk’s claims that Wikipedia exhibits a bias against conservative viewpoints. While many entries seem to mirror content from Wikipedia, Grokipedia has also introduced contentious claims, including controversial assertions regarding the AIDS crisis and derogatory language related to transgender individuals.
Recent reporting by The Guardian reveals that ChatGPT’s GPT-5.2 has cited Grokipedia on nine occasions within various contexts. Notably, the AI refrained from referencing Grokipedia while addressing subjects where inaccuracies have been well-documented, such as the January 6 insurrection and the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Instead, it turned to Grokipedia for less mainstream topics, including disputed claims about historian Sir Richard Evans—claims that have been previously refuted by The Guardian.
As open-source AI technology continues to evolve, this integration raises questions about the reliability of sources used in chatbot responses. An OpenAI representative confirmed that their objective is to incorporate a diverse array of publicly accessible information and perspectives.
Key Points:
– Grokipedia was created due to perceptions of bias in traditional encyclopedias.
– Controversial content includes unfounded claims about public health and social issues.
– ChatGPT’s reliance on Grokipedia highlights the need for careful consideration of information sources in AI models.
